Place Vendome

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Place Vendome

The telescope in the place Vendome provides a larder for troops bivouacked there

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1871 Commune Larder Telescope Vendome Bivouacked

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Place Vendome, Paris, 1871: A Historical Snapshot of the Telescope as a Larder for Bivouacked Troops This evocative image from the annals of history transports us back to Place Vendome in Paris during the tumultuous year of 1871. The scene captures the unique adaptation of a telescope as a makeshift larder for troops bivouacked in the area. The historical context of this photograph lies within the Paris Commune, a revolutionary period that saw the working class of Paris seize control of the city from the French government. The Place Vendome, a grand square in the heart of Paris, was once home to the statue of Napoleon Bonaparte atop the Vendome Column. During the Paris Commune, the area became a strategic location for both the communards and the Versailles army. In this photograph, we see a group of soldiers huddled around a large telescope, their backs to the camera. The telescope, an unusual sight in a military context, is being used as a larder, with various food supplies stacked inside. The troops, likely from the Versailles army, had taken up positions around Place Vendome, using the area as a base during the ongoing conflict. The use of the telescope as a larder was a clever solution to the logistical challenges of supplying troops in the field. The large, sturdy structure provided a secure and concealed space to store provisions, while its height offered some protection from potential enemy fire. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the resourcefulness and ingenuity of soldiers during times of war. It also serves as a reminder of the historical significance of Place Vendome and the events that unfolded there during the Paris Commune. The telescope, an instrument typically associated with exploration and observation, takes on a new role as a vital tool for survival in the midst of conflict.

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